What is the tower frequency at YMML?

The tower frequency at Melbourne Intl is 120.5 MHz.

Does YMML require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Melbourne Intl (Australia).

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Melbourne Intl

Melbourne Intl (YMML/MEL) serves Melbourne, Australia. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (09/27, 16/34). Field elevation is 434 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 7/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: YMML
Name: Melbourne Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -37.673302
Longitude: 144.843002
Elevation: 434 ft
Country: Australia
Municipality: Melbourne
IATA Code: MEL
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Australia/Melbourne
Distance from City: 18.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 7500 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP AR), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 16/34

Designation: 16/34
Dimensions: 11998 X 197
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP AR), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 120.500 MHz
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 114.100 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://melbourneairport.com.au/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: No PPR. Slot coordination during peak periods via ASA Australia.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW; approx AUD 9.80/ton for international
Parking Fee: AUD 3.20/ton per 6h block
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: AUD
Remarks: Australia's second busiest airport. Operated by Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne). No curfew. Fees published by airport operator.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied via JUHI. Into-plane service available. 24h fuel service.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ at Terminal 2 (international). APIS and IPC required. SmartGate available. Strict biosecurity requirements.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No curfew; 24-hour operations. Two parallel runways (09/27 and 16/34). Noise monitoring in place. Slot coordinated during peak. Chapter 2 banned.

Airport Services

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Australia Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: Private non-revenue: 10 working days written notice. Charter (Form 094): 6-8 WEEKS (including CASA Charter Permission).

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require advance customs notification (SmartGate/ABF). Biosecurity quarantine strict.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at YMML?: The tower frequency at Melbourne Intl is 120.5 MHz.
What fuel is available at YMML?: Melbourne Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does YMML require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Melbourne Intl (Australia).

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